JOHN H. PITMAN HIGH SCHOOL
John H. Pitman High is a public high school that is part of the Turlock Unified school district, located in Turlock, CA with about 2,081 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 91 teachers, John H. Pitman High has a student/teacher ratio of about 22:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
John H. Pitman High School, located in Turlock, California, is a prominent public secondary school serving students in grades 9–12. As a key institution within the Turlock Unified School District, the school is known for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways, and elective programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus fosters a competitive yet supportive environment that emphasizes student achievement and personal growth.
Beyond academics, Pitman High is well-regarded for its robust extracurricular offerings, including a highly active athletics program, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school prides itself on maintaining a strong sense of community and school spirit, often referred to as "Pride" culture. With a focus on preparing well-rounded citizens, the school integrates technology and modern instructional strategies into its classrooms, aiming to provide a holistic high school experience for the diverse student population of the Turlock area.
For more information, contact John H. Pitman High at (209) 656-1592 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Turlock, CA 95382-9509
(209) 656-1592
JOHN H. PITMAN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Turlock, CA with about 2,081 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Turlock Unified
- Total Students:
- 2,081
- Teachers:
- 91.5
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,081 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 52.0%
- White
- 33.7%
- Asian
- 8.2%
- Black or African American
- 2.0%
- Two or more races
- 2.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.8%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.